Correction officer jobs in The Colony, TX - 736 jobs

The Detention Officer I performs specialized law enforcement work in the care and security of inmates to ensure their constitutional rights and welfare are safeguarded in the County Jail. Work involves admitting and booking inmates, supervising trustees, ensuring security of inmates and Jail, performing commissary duties, receiving and maintaining an inventory of inmate property and supplies, performing control operations, performing inmate classification duties, and preparing and transporting inmates. Additional responsibilities may include monitoring cameras, monitoring emergency systems, performing various life and fire safety activities, performing telephone and radio communications and performing duties as a member of the Extraction Team. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee must exercise alertness and independent judgment in dealing with unusual situations. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of jail work. Examples of Duties Admits prisoners to the County Jail; ensures that inmates are properly booked and searched, and that inmates are allowed calls to attorneys and relatives; calls bondsman if necessary; and advises prisoners of all jail rules and regulations. Reviews logs and reports from previous shift; maintains knowledge of inmate population and cell assignments; completes activity logs and reports. Patrols entire jail area to prevent escapes and maintain order; monitors cameras showing interior and exterior perimeter(s); video-tapes incoming inmates; and monitors emergency systems. Supervises inmate trustees performing various duties such as serving meals to inmates, loading and unloading materials at the dock, cleaning jail cells, performing laundry detail, and performing kitchen detail. Issues linen, clothing, toilet supplies; supervises shower and inventory of supplies; oversees cafeteria area. Distributes mail to prisoners; provides inmates with paper, pencils and envelopes; collects outgoing mail from inmates. Inspects the cleaning of jail to meet requirements of state and local officials. Prepares and transports inmates to and from court, visitations or medical appointments, etc.; escorts work release inmates to and from cell blocks; searches inmates upon return to Jail. Performs various life safety functions which require training in CPR and fire safety and suppression. Answers telephone and assists the public with questions concerning inmate status. Assists visitors, inspects items brought to jail for inmates. Receives, secures, logs, and receipts inmates' property, properly storing and returning appropriate items upon release. Selects, reviews, and monitors housing assignments of inmates according to proper classification mandated by Texas Criminal Justice Standards using custody assessment system; reviews and updates inmate custody status in reference to bond amount changes, charges added and dismissed; and completes daily population counts. Sorts incoming inmate mail; opens and searches mail for money or contraband; logs and receipts money and property not given to inmates; and delivers mail to designated areas within the jail. Mails packages for inmates. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age. High School diploma or GED required. Must be a U.S. citizen. Must attain certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as a Jailer within one (1) year of employment. Possession of a valid Driver's License. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days. Supplemental Information EMPLOYEE IS SUBJECT TO THE USUAL POTENTIAL HAZARDS OF CONTACT WITH INMATES. To ensure proper delivery of emails please add ********************* to your email safe list.

Functions as an entry level Juvenile Detention Officer providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility. Provides day-to-day direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility in a manner that ensures the health, safety and welfare of each youth is in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and all applicable standards. Provides individual and group counseling to all youths to promote and increase personal awareness of responsibilities and alternatives. Makes critical and sound judgments and decisions during crisis or potentially dangerous situations, only in the absence of the supervisor; informs supervisor of problems or situations encountered and actions taken; and documents actions. Disciplines youths by enforcing the rules of the facility, documents behavior and other specific information and forwards to appropriate personnel. Serves as back-up to staff and assumes all duties as necessary, i.e., administering medications, transporting youths to appointments, processing intake assessments or discharges, and disciplining youths. Must be physically able to perform "handling with care techniques, including takedowns, chasing and restraining youth" as outlined in the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) requirement. Conducts inspections, rounds and drills which includes room checks and physical searches of youths. Transports youths to and from appointments. Coordinates and provides daily educational and entertaining programs and activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program. Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Must obtain First Aid/CPR Certification within 90 days of hire. Must be certified as required by applicable standards for the facility/department assigned within six months of employment. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license, with a good driving record. Must pass an extensive background investigation. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment. The employee will also be subject to shift changes. * "Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/ aggressive acts; should possess a high tolerance for working in an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment." * An employee may be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on the needs of the Department. * Working in a 24-hour facility may make the employee subject to working mandatory overtime or remaining on duty and working all, or a part of, an additional shift ("double shift"). * The incumbent is / may be considered to be 'essential personnel' subject to being held over or called back to a work location or alternate site at all times. When required, you will be notified by your supervisor. * Must be at least 21 years of age (for applicable positions) and must pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy to continue employment or all standards related to PREA and Ethics for specific positions. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Works inside a secured facility with potential exposure to hepatitis, tuberculosis, lice and other diseases. Ability to restrain and/or chase youths. May be required to utilize vehicle to transport youths.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Supervises inmates in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises inmates and visitors in visitation areas. Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors inmate movements, conducts counts, and provides emergency response. Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required. Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas. Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma. Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required. Initiates disciplinary reports. Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team. Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs. Serves as a member of special teams to respond. Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities: Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which an inmate can identify. Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility. Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position. Interacts daily with offenders and staff members while providing security for the facility. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards. Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable. Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer. Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift. Frequent periods of sitting per shift. Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights. Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches. Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting. Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders. Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues. Frequent transferrers and transporting offenders by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation. Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport offenders per shift. Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift. Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs. Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray. Ability to hear and understand verbal communication. Pay: $17.00 per hour

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 10/01/2025 to 09/30/2026 Salary $51,632 to - $98,113 per year The salary range for this announcement reflects Rest of US GL-05/01 $51,632 to highest GL-08/10 San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA $98,113. Pay scale & grade GL 05 - 08 Locations 4501 vacancies in the following locations: Aliceville, AL Maxwell AFB, AL Talladega, AL Forrest City, AR Show morefewer locations (90) Phoenix, AZ Safford, AZ Tucson, AZ Atwater, CA Herlong Sierra Ordnance Depot, CA Lompoc, CA Los Angeles, CA Mendota, CA San Diego, CA Victorville, CA Florence, CO Littleton, CO Danbury, CT Coleman, FL Marianna, FL Miami, FL Miami-Dade County, FL Tallahassee, FL Atlanta, GA Jesup, GA Honolulu, HI Chicago, IL Greenville, IL Marion, IL Pekin, IL Thomson, IL Terre Haute, IN Leavenworth, KS Ashland, KY Inez, KY Lexington, KY Manchester, KY Pine Knot, KY Oakdale, LA Pollock, LA Fort Devens, MA Cumberland, MD Milan, MI Duluth, MN Rochester, MN Sandstone, MN Waseca, MN Springfield, MO Yazoo City, MS Butner Federal Correctional Complex, NC Berlin, NH Fairton, NJ Fort Dix, NJ Kings, NY Otisville, NY Ray Brook, NY Elkton, OH El Reno, OK Oklahoma City, OK Sheridan, OR Gregg Township, PA Kelly Township, PA Lewis Run, PA Loretto, PA Minersville, PA Philadelphia, PA Waymart, PA Guaynabo, PR Bennettsville, SC Edgefield, SC Estill, SC Salters, SC Yankton, SD Memphis, TN Bastrop, TX Beaumont, TX Big Spring, TX Bryan, TX Federal Medical Center Carswell, TX Fort Worth, TX Houston, TX La Tuna, TX Seagoville, TX Texarkana, TX Three Rivers, TX Jonesville, VA Prince George, VA Seatac, WA Grand Marsh, WI Alderson, WV Beaver, WV Bruceton Mills, WV Glenville, WV Morgantown, WV Welch, WV Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - Travel may be required for training and/or work related issues. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time - Full Promotion Potential GL-08/10 highest $98,113 - San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA. 15%-50% Recruitment Incentive for NEW HIRES: Please see Benefits for more Information. Service Competitive Promotion potential 08 Job family (Series) * 0007 Correctional Officer Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test Yes Bargaining unit status No Announcement number DHA-2026-0001 Control number 847129100 This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants. Clarification from the agency THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE ANNOUNCEMENT OPEN TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT SERVES AS A PUBLIC NOTICE FOR DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY. PLEASE REVIEW INSTRUCTIONS IN THE

Supervises non-citizens in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises non-citizens and visitors in visitation areas. Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors non-citizen movements, conduct counts, and provides emergency response. Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required. Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas. Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to non-citizens in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma. Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required. Initiates disciplinary reports. Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team. Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs. Serves as a member of special teams to respond. Successful completion of training courses and on-the-job training as required by facility training standards. Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities: Must be representative of worthwhile qualities to which a non-citizen can identify Must be emotionally stable, understanding, and philosophically attuned to the objective of the facility. Language skills and reasoning ability are crucial to success in this position. Interacts daily with non-citizens and staff members while providing security for the facility. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing an undue hardship for the employer. Long periods of continuous standing and walking per shift. Frequent periods of sitting per shift. Repetitive climbing of stairs to reach the assigned areas and working at heights. Occasional kneeling, squatting, and bending to perform “pat” or “strip” searches. Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting. Occasionally responding to altercations and occasional restraining and securing assaultive offenders. Ability to respond rapidly to potential security and/or medical codes/issues. Frequent transferrers and transporting non-citizens by walking or riding in various vehicles such as vans, buses, and other forms of transportation. Continuous periods of operating/driving company vehicles to pick up and transport non-citizens per shift. Remaining awake and alert while on duty per shift. Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50-100 lbs. Ability to occasionally withstand direct or indirect exposure to OC spray. Ability to hear and understand verbal communication. Pay: $28.02 per hour

Qualifications for Employment: U.S. Citizen At least 21 years of age at the time of certification. Must never have been on court-ordered supervision or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Must not be currently charged with any criminal offense for which conviction would bar TCOLE licensure. Must never have been convicted of an offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years. Must never have been convicted or placed on community supervision in any court for an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code. Good moral character. Stable employment record. Good credit rating. Good driving record. Unsatisfactory driving history is defined as: Three (3) moving violations within the past three (3) years. Three (3) or more moving violations and chargeable vehicle collisions, in any combination, within the past three (3) years. Two (2) chargeable vehicle collisions within the past two (2) years. Evidence of an unsatisfactory driving record may include, but is not limited to, defensive driving courses, driver license returns, and local records checks. Must have a valid driver license. Must not have a history of drug addiction. Use of any illegal substances or substances with potential abuse, such as prescription drugs, will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Must be able to testify as a witness in a criminal court case. Applicants with prior documented disqualifying behavior will not be considered for employment. Education Requirements: Sixty (60) hours or more of college credit toward a degree plan at the time of hiring. Credits from developmental or remedial education courses will not be counted. Forty-five (45) hours of college credit with: Two (2) or more years as a sworn peace officer, active-duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces with Honorable Discharge, or full-time employment with the organization at the time of hiring. Or four (4) or more Good/Satisfactory Reserve/National Guard years at the time of appointment. Four (4) or more years of active-duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces with Honorable Discharge, or four (4) or more years as a sworn peace officer, or six (6) or more Good/Satisfactory Reserve/National Guard years at the time of appointment. Three (3) or more years employed with the organization at the time of appointment. All college credits must come from an accredited institution as defined by TCOLE Rule 211.1, with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Time credited for experience in each category is mutually exclusive and cannot be combined with other categories to reduce college hour requirements. Experience level must be continuous and as of the date of the Civil Service examination. Working Place: Carrollton, TX Company : Dec 18th - Carrollton Police Dept

Summary: Under general supervision of the Detention Supervisor, or designee, the Detention Officer performs all duties necessary for the successful operation of the Detention Facility. Executes booking protocols for arrivals and departures at the municipal detention facility while ensuring the welfare of the detainees is consistently monitored. Must be available to work any shift, holidays and/or weekends. The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.Essential Job Functions: * Completes all areas of on-the-job training. * Assists with booking procedures into/out of the municipal detention facility, including logging in of property, recording names into the arrest book and onto the computer, fingerprinting, photographing, and conducting a secondary search for weapons/drugs before putting detainees into cells. * Assists with administering intoxilyzer tests and videotaping persons arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). * Monitors daily activity and behavior of detainees to ensure compliance with facility rules. * Issue detainee towels and personal hygiene articles. * Assist in dispensing medication as prescribed. * Assists with security and monitoring detainees during arraignment proceedings. * Uploads files to the arraignment platform for judicial review and updates records. * Escorts detainees from one area to another, as required. * Visually, and through use of remote video surveillance equipment, performs cell checks to monitor detainee status and behavior. * Explains bail and bond-out options to detainees charged with offenses; accepts bail, bonds, or fines from and completes release forms for detainees. * Locks cell doors take physical action to prevent escapes and/or assaults, subdue combative/violent detainees. * Assists in emergency situations, including disturbances and medical needs. * Assists in detainee visitations with relatives and legal counsel. * Assists in preparing appropriate documentation to ensure release or a timely transfer of detainees. * May attend/testify in criminal and civil courts when summoned. * Effectively communicate with detainees, staff and visitors to maintain order and security. * Stock office supply inventories and monitor detention center equipment and supplies. * Cleans detention facilities. Other Important Duties: * Maintains various paper and computer records. * Prepares reports as required. * Attend training schools/seminars and other City related events which may require occasional overnight travel. * Performs other related duties as assigned. * Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of cash handling procedures, including the ability to accurately collect and county money and to make change. * Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and procedure applicable to incarceration of prisoners and civil rights. * Knowledge of penal codes as they relate to incarceration of prisoners. * Knowledge of internal detention security and order standards * Health and safety standards applicable to Detention facilities. * Knowledge of the order and decorum standards for appearing and testifying in court. * Proficient in the use of computers and related equipment, hardware, and software. * Must be able to type 20 words per minute. * Skill in effective oral and written communications including preparation and presentation of reports and materials. * Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns. * Knowledge of customer service and training methods and practices. * Knowledge of City policies and procedures. Education, Experience, and Certifications/Licenses: * High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience that support the ability to perform the essential functions and/or skills of the job. * Must obtain certificate of completion of Basic Jailer training program within one (1) year of employment. * Must be able to successfully complete training in defensive tactics within one (1) year of employment and maintain proficiency in defense tactics. * Must be a United States citizen. * Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. * Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, polygraph, psychological examination, physical agility test, criminal background check and MVR check. * Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver's License. Environmental Factors and Conditions: * Work is performed in office and on-site environments. * Maintains level of physical fitness to safely respond and assist other detention officers when necessary. * Must be able to restrain hostile and/or combative individuals. Physical Demands: * This work typically requires the following physical activities to be performed. A complete description of the activities below is available upon request from Human Resources. * Balancing - maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching. * Climbing - ascending, descending ladders, stairs, ramps, requires body agility. * Crawling - moving about on hands, knees, or hands, feet. * Crouching - bending body forward by bending leg, spine. * Feeling - perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips. * Fingering - picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hand. * Grasping - applying pressure to object with fingers, palm. * Handling - picking, holding, or working with whole hand. * Hearing 1 - perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information. * Hearing 2 - receive detailed information, make discrimination in sound. * Kneeling - bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees. * Lifting - raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back. * Mental Acuity - ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning. * Pulling - use upper extremities to exert force, haul or tug. * Pushing - use upper extremities to press against objects with force, or thrust forward, downward, outward. * Reaching - extending hands or arms in any direction. * Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers. * Speaking - expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely. * Standing - for sustained periods of time. * Stooping - bending body downward, forward at waist, with full motion of lower extremities and back. * Talking 1- expressing ideas by spoken word. * Talking 2 - shouting to be heard above ambient noise. * Visual Acuity 1 - prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading. * Visual Acuity 2 - color, depth perception, field of vision. * Visual Acuity 3 - determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures. * Visual Acuity 5 -close acuity for inspection of small defects, machines, use measurement devices, or fabricate parts. * Walking - on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site. Work Environment: * Work performed is primarily medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Description Salary $51,793 Annually SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to provide custodial care necessary for the security and well being of inmates confined in the Rockwall County Detention Center. This is accomplished by maintaining peace within the jail; inspecting inmates for contraband; processing inmates into and out of the jail and ensuring security is not breached. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintains peace within jail; processes inmates into and out of facility; searches and fingerprints prisoners; ensures sick or injured inmates receive medical attention; prepares and maintains inmate records; maintains inmate property; inspects facility housing units for cleanliness; inspects inmate mail and contraband; issues supplies for inmates; responds to fire alarms. Trains and evaluates the work of staff members when needed. Monitors control room security cameras for officer and inmate movement; logs movements; participates in fire drills; ensures doors are opened and closed with safety and security in mind; operates control panels that accesses movement throughout the facility; answers telephone; ensures security is not breached; observes/monitors inmates during recreation and visitation periods. Maintains visual observation and documents inmates within the housing units, provides food and medication to inmates, escorts inmates to court and doctor appointments, searches inmates and housing units, and monitors. Performs intake of inmates by accepting inmates from arresting officer; conducts medical and mental health screenings; logs and stores inmate property; searches inmates for contraband; prepares inmate files; conducts classification of inmates and performs finger printing; takes mug shots; allows two (2) phone calls for inmate and performs criminal history checks/ CCQs. Provides courteous and informative customer service to the public. Facilitates inmate visitations by conducting warrant checks on visitors; ensuring visitors are following EPOs; enforces visitor dress code; organizes visitation groups and maintains visitation lists. Performs other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory or budget responsibility. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to read, write, understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to take finger prints and maintain records. Must be able to learn basic computer skills within a timely manner and must be able to learn communication skills to communicate effectively with inmates. Knowledge of computer software such as JMS; Touch Pay; Keefe Commissary software; OMNNIX, Ableterm; Securus; Manager Plus, Guard One and Microsoft applications. Knowledge of requirements of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, County, State and Federal laws governing Detention Center standards. Ability to use restraint chairs; hand cuffs; belly chains; metal detectors; shackles; and self-contained breathing apparatus. Basic understanding of MHMR. Ability to prepare records and reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for Detention Officer position(s) must be at least 18 years of age on the date of employment. Applicants must be a high school graduate or have passed a General Education Development (GED) test indicating high school graduation level upon conditional job offer. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and a resident of the contiguous United States for a period of time sufficient to conduct a comprehensive background investigation. Consideration given for military overseas assignments. If a military veteran, applicant must not have been discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions and must not have been convicted of any court-martial higher than a summary. Applicant must pass all phases as required for the position being sought. Applicant must possess a current valid Texas driver's license. (Out of state applicants accepted, but current valid Texas driver's license is required at time employment begins) No Felony convictions. No Misdemeanor (A) convictions. No Misdemeanor (B) convictions in last ten years. No family violence convictions including Class (C). Applicants must have a favorable employment history. All information given regarding past employment will be thoroughly checked. Applicants must be eligible for licensing by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) if not presently licensed. The applicant must attend a 96 hour Jailer Certification course in order to receive their Jailer License. The course must be taken within one year of employment with the Rockwall County Sheriff's Department. Must successfully complete field training program. Applicants should have good communication and computer skills and also demonstrate comprehensive reading and comprehension skills. Most positions will require working a 12 hour shift, with shifts being 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Shifts operate on a rotating schedule of days off consisting of 2 days on and 3 days off, 3 days on and 2 days off. (Subject to change) Applicants must be able to work all shifts, holidays, and weekends. WORKING CONDITIONS This position works in an office, outdoors and in the jail facility with frequent exposure to environmental conditions. Exposure to health and safety conditions is occasional. Required protective equipment includes SCBA and latex free rubber gloves, Guard One pipe, handcuffs, leg restraints, OC Spray and radios. Fine dexterity, walking, vision, foot controls, balancing, hearing, twisting and talking are constantly required. Frequently, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, and bending are required. Sitting, reaching and handling are occasionally required. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen. Must Successfully complete physical examination Must successfully complete a psychological examination. TATTOO LIMITATIONS Visible offensive tattoos or body art are prohibited without exception to include, but not limited to, those that depict racial, sexual, discriminatory, gang-related or obscene language. No tattoos allowed below your wrist, except for a wedding band and no tattoos allowed on your neck or above.

Police Additional Information: Show/Hide Primary Purpose: Patrols district property to protect all students, personnel, and visitors from physical harm and prevent property loss due to theft or vandalism. Enforces all law including municipal ordinances, county ordinances, and state laws. Works independently. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED Texas Peace Officer License issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Clear and valid Texas driver's license Special Knowledge/Skills: General knowledge of criminal investigation, police report writing, and criminal laws Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms and handcuffs Bonded as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h) Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug tests Ability to work well with youth and adults Experience: Background in law enforcement or related work experience Major Responsibilities and Duties: Law Enforcement 1. Patrol assigned campus(es) and routes walking or driving within district jurisdiction. 2. Respond to all calls from campuses concerning crisis situations, accidents, and reports of crime. 3. Investigate criminal offenses occurring within district's jurisdiction. 4. Collect and preserve evidence for criminal investigations including witness statements and physical evidence. 5. Arrest perpetrators, file appropriate changes, and ensure placement in jail or juvenile detention centers for law violations as necessary. 6. Write effective legal incident reports. 7. Testify in court as needed. 8. Work cooperatively with other police agencies to share information and provide other assistance. Safety 9. Help provide traffic control at athletic events, school closings or openings, or at any other time. 10. Provide protection to or escort district personnel as needed. 11. Operate all equipment including firearms according to established safety procedures. 12. Use sound judgment and effectively communicate with and elicit information from emotionally distraught students, staff, parents, and citizens. 13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Administration 14. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and documents required, including affidavits for arrest, incident reports, and activity reports. Other 15. Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents. 16. Communicate with students or parents on a regular basis via phone or video conference, email, or districtapproved website. 17. Maintain confidentiality. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: District vehicle, firearms, handcuffs, security equipment, two-way radio, alarm system and other security equipment, fire extinguisher, and standard office equipment including computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing Motion: Strenuous walking and climbing; frequent keyboarding/mouse, prolonged driving Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds) Environment: Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), moderate exposure to noise, frequent districtwide travel Other: Specific hearing and visual requirements; may be subject to adverse and hazardous working conditions including violent and armed confrontations; ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; prolonged hours; on call 24 hours a day * Districts employing police should reference Policies CKE (LEGAL), CKEA (LEGAL), and DEB (LEGAL) and adopt Policy CKE (LOCAL). The district must also have a memorandum of understanding outlining reasonable communication and coordination efforts between school police department and law enforcement agencies that have overlapping functions Attachment(s): * School Based Law Enforcement Officer.pdf

**This is a part-time position and is ineligible for benefits. The purpose of the Detention Officer is to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the patrol division of the police department by supplementing the patrol force through the assumption of duties not requiring sworn personnel. Such duties may include vacation house checks, traffic control, jail operations/prisoner transports, and ordinance enforcement. As a condition of employment in the status of this position, all Detention Officers must be able to perform the entire list of duties as outlined in this job description. In addition, you must be motivated to accept new challenges and finding creative solutions, take ownership and pride by demonstrating the Town of Little Elm's Core Values of Integrity, Customer Service, Efficiency and Innovation. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE All Detention Officers must possess, at a minimum, the following qualifications: Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalency certificate. Must have demonstrated a positive work history with a good attendance record. Must meet health standards not to pose a risk to health or safety of others in the workplace, or to persons they come into contact with while in the performance of duty. This risk shall include infections or communicable diseases deemed a medical high threat, and dysfunctional mental or psychological disorders. REQUIREMENTS Must be a United States citizen. Must be 18 years of age Must not have been convicted of any Class A misdemeanor or felony criminal offenses. Must not have been convicted of any Class B Misdemeanor offenses within the past five (5) years and must not have been convicted of any crimes involving moral turpitude Must possess 20/20 corrected vision and 20/200 uncorrected LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's License. Must complete Basic Municipal Jail Training within six months. LANGUAGE SKILLS Must be able to read and write the English language. Ability to speak Bilingual a plus. REASONING ABILITY Possess the ability to comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions. Be able to formulate and employ appropriate courses of action when no specific role or procedure has been established. Be able to supply reasoning skills to actual situations. Possess adequate memory capacity sufficient to remember various types of information that is necessary to carry out their duties successfully. Must be able to assess a person's intentions, behavior, and emotional state in order to make appropriate reactive and proactive decisions and responses. Must be able to tolerate many types of stress without medication. Must be able to make appropriate decisions regarding the fight or flight psychological response. Must be able to control their emotions in the face of divergent interpersonal or life-threatening and traumatic situations. Adequately maneuver a vehicle day and night, in all weather conditions. Engage in physical defensive and offensive tactics; overcome and apprehend violently resistive people, and properly use the handcuffs, and mace. Must also be able to conduct in custody prisoner searches. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must have the ability to efficiently, effectively, and safely perform all of the essential required duties and tasks of the position. The following outlines the required abilities: It is imperative that all Detention Officers possess and maintain the essential physical abilities to perform their job safely. They must be physically capable to the extent that they are not a liability to themselves or others. They must be able to handle numerous emergency situations that will tax their physical abilities. They must be able to provide protection to themselves and others without the premature or unnecessary use of deadly force. They must maintain a standard of physical fitness in accordance with citizen expectations and department policy. a. Range of Motion/Flexibility: A Detention Officer must: Be able to move rapidly from a sedentary to active position in response to emergency conditions or perceived deadly force encounters .Have the flexibility to rapidly assume a variety of positions to employ “cover and concealment” during emergency circumstances or perceived deadly force encounters. Possess the necessary range of motion to overcome or respond to physical attack or effectively disengage an attacker or escape and summon aid. Possess the quickness to be able to run short distances in order to escape danger, retreat from attack or take over or chase suspects on foot for short and long distances. b. Manual Dexterity/Motor Skills : A Detention Officer must: Have the dexterity to be proficient in the use of their defensive tactics equipment such as handcuffs, and pepper spray. Possess the ability to operate all the equipment and tools necessary to perform the job tasks such as computers, mobile and portable radios, vehicles, fax machines, video and audio equipment. c. Aerobic Endurance : A Detention Officer must: Possess the ability to engage prisoners without inordinate endangerment to themselves or others. They must also possess the endurance to overcome physical resistance during physical confrontations. d. Strength: A Detention Officer must possess sufficient strength to: Deliver CPR for extended periods of time. Carry and use emergency equipment and supplies. Overcome resistance or subdue physically violent persons. Physically defend oneself or others from violent assault without the use of deadly force. e. Sight and Visual Activity : A Detention Officer must: Be able to discern the various colors and not have any color blindness that could prove a risk to himself or others. Possess adequate depth perception in order to judge distances and estimate speed. Possess adequate night vision that will permit the safe operation of motor vehicles and allow identification of dangerous obstacles, or persons in conditions of darkness. Possess adequate peripheral vision to allow the safe operation of vehicles in a variety of environments. f. Hearing : A Detention Officer must: Possess the ability to hear adequately over the mobile and handheld radios as well as the telephone. Be able to determine the point of origin of noises or sounds as during building or area searches for example. Be able to identify different types of sound. g. Smell: A Detention Officer must possess the ability to smell smoke, electrical hazards, and different types of fumes, toxic or otherwise. WORK ENVIRONMENT In carrying out the duties of a Detention Officer, the following conditions or exposures can be expected to be encountered. Routine work indoors 65% of the job. Routine work in vehicles/outdoors 35% of the job. Working alone. Working all shifts and days of the week. Close physical contact with people. Exposure to blood and other bodily fluids. Work in all weather conditions. Work on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces. Exposure to bodily injury or dangerous conditions. Work in confined spaces, requiring cramped body positions. Work in darkness or very dim lighting conditions. Exposure to loud noises. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Listed below are many of the specific job tasks or functions typically required of a Detention Officer. This list should not be considered all-inclusive as additional job tasks may be required by either circumstances or ranking officers. Daily inspection of the jail facility notifying the on-duty supervisor of any deficiencies or security concerns within the facility or individual cell. The feeding of prisoners and stocking of food supply, according to jail General Orders The inspection of prisoners held within the Little Elm jail in accordance with the Department's General Orders. The booking, release, and processing of prisoners within the Little Elm jail, including visitations, bonding procedure, and arraignments. The replenishment of supplies and linen for use within The Little Elm jail The Detention Officer is responsible to follow prescribed procedures for the treatment, movement, care, and security of all persons held within the Little Elm jail facility. At all times, safety and proper procedure will be followed to ensure the integrity and security of the jail facility and minimize the threat, potential threat, or opportunity for threat toward any person or employee of the department. At all times, the policy involving jail operations will be closely followed by the Detention Officer while working within the jail facility. Complete walk-in fingerprints people. Completion of vacation house checks daily inspections. Assist with vehicle impounds, awaiting arrival of wrecker services. Traffic control and direction: around fire ground operations, disabled vehicles, accident scenes, stranded motorists, and special functions when necessary. Complete and file class “C” reports for minor incidents and offenses which are classified as "walk-in" reports to the police facility. Assigned ordinance enforcement duties and/or follow-ups. Any other assignments given by the Operations Division Commander. E.O.E. The Town of Little Elm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

JOB TITLE: Detention Officer DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Police REPORTS TO: Detention Supervisor SUMMARY: Responsible for providing care and custody of detainees to include booking, finger printing, videotaping, and testifying in court. Work is performed with limited supervision. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Prepares and maintains legal documents and files on prisoners detained in the City jail, which includes: initiating booking procedures; gathering a variety of intake information on prisoners, including medical histories; inputting charges into applicable database; preparing paperwork for submittal to the Judge; photographing and fingerprinting prisoners; running criminal histories; providing Officers with warrant information; searching prisoners; and/or, performing other related activities. Supervises the behavior of prisoners in holding and jail cells, ensuring the safety and security of the jail. Works among contained prisoners. Performs a variety of activities in support of jail house operations, which may include: washing and issuing blankets, shoes, and mats; preparing simple meals for prisoners; escorting prisoners to arraignment proceedings before the Judge; monitoring cameras; answering telephones; and/or, performing other related activities. Performs a variety of administrative support activities, which may include: maintaining a variety of records and logs; answering telephones; monitoring video surveillance; maintaining the entry and exit of the jail area; providing customer service at the public window; completing bond forms; sending teletypes to external agencies; and/or, performing other related activities. Provides testimony during court hearings as required. Drives a prisoner transport van to and from county jail facilities. Performs other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES: None. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of customer service principles; Knowledge of recordkeeping principles and practices; Knowledge of filing techniques; Skilled in handling multiple tasks simultaneously; Skilled in operating modern office equipment; Skilled in mitigating hostile situations; Skilled in keyboarding; Skilled in reading, interpreting, applying, and explaining rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; Skilled in maintaining sensitive and confidential information; Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications; Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals. Must be able to work twelve (12) hour shifts including evenings nights and weekends. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Must be at least 18 years of age. One year of related experience (e.g. administrative, customer service, security, jailer). Must obtain CPR, First Aid, NCIC/TCIC Certifications within one year. PREFERENCES: None. WORKING CONDITIONS: Frequent balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, and manual dexterity. Occasional lifting and carrying of over 100 pounds. Work is typically performed in a jail setting. Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, infectious diseases, criminal suspects, and prison inmates. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must pass pre-employment drug screening. Must pass pre-employment physical exam. Must pass extensive background check and criminal history investigation. Must pass pre-employment polygraph examination. Must pass pre-employment psychological examination. Must pass criminal history check. Must pass motor vehicle records check.

With supervision, this position books arrestees into jail, inventories property/possessions, completes a search for contraband, to include weapons and drugs, contacts outside assistance, and expedites documentation for processing and/or release, all according to state and federal regulations. Conducts regular inspections for safety violations and hazards. Completes reports as needed. Essential Functions 1. Books arrestees into custody, including fingerprinting, searches, recording and filing standard documentation and forms, photographing the arrestee, conducting property inventories, and assisting with outside contacts. 2. Cares for arrestees during incarceration and releases prisoners from custody according to standard Police Department policies and procedures. Care includes feeding, close supervision, summoning medical assistance as needed, dispensing prescription medication, administering basic first aid, allowing phone calls, and logging visitation by legal counsel, family, etc. 3. Performs arrestee release activities involving accurate completion of necessary documentation and forms for transfer or release and receiving and correctly handling bond money. 4. Performs accurate accounting and dispensing of arrested person's cash. 5. Answers citizen and arrestee questions regarding standard jail operating procedures and processes. 6. Furnishes information for court officials, bail bondsmen, families, attorneys, and other law enforcement personnel. 7. Maintains jail cells, book-in area, and staff area as required by department regulations. 8. Receives, counts, records, and washes all arrestee laundry and food preparation and serving utensils. 9. Assists other areas of the police department with various tasks, including but not limited to, taking lobby walk-in reports, taking phone reports, assisting with various records functions, and phone/lobby support, as required. 10. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position. 11. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position. 12. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work. Required Skills SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES * Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations, controlling emotions, and resolve issues quickly and efficiently, using sound judgement. * Must have a general working knowledge of jail regulations. * Must have excellent communicative skills, both oral and written. * Must be able to follow verbal and written directives, communicate courteously and effectively with other people, and maintain a pleasant and friendly personality at all times. * Must exercise good judgment and make competent decisions in all activities; and maintain confidentiality with criminal and investigative information EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Minimum age of 18. High school diploma or equivalent. Must pass TLETS access and CJIS awareness course within six (6) months from date of hire. Must pass a Municipal Jailer training class approved by the department and receive Intoxilyzer certification within one (1) year from date of hire or at the earliest available opportunity thereafter. This position requires applicant to pass a full background investigation, including polygraph examination. Due to Criminal Justice Information Security (CJIS) requirements, the candidate must never have been convicted, put on court-ordered community supervision, or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Deferred Adjudication or Felony Conviction are permanent disqualifiers. Must be in compliance with the department's drug and tattoo policy. Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check and credit check. Must have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy. Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen, functional assessment screening (Level 1), Titmus vision screening, Ishihara vision screening, and smell test. WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the essential functions of this position involves routine and frequent exposure to: * Bright/dim light * Dusts and pollen * Extreme noise levels * Vibration * Fumes and/or noxious odors * Moving machinery * Heights * Disease/pathogens * Toxic/caustic chemicals * Explosives * Violence * Other extreme hazards not listed above Safety equipment is provided as needed per job assignment and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations maybe be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to perform medium work that involves walking, standing, sitting, stooping, jumping, stretching, or lifting. The employee frequently is required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 150 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change. Regular full-time employees are assigned to work at least 40 hours per week, and are eligible for the City's benefit package, subject to the conditions and limitations of each program. The City of Grapevine offers a generous and comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life insurance. Please click HERE to view more information. 01 Are you able to work a shift schedule, including overnight hours? * Yes * No 02 Do you have a high school diploma or GED? * Yes * No 03 Do you possess a Texas Driver's License, or do you have the ability to obtain one? * Yes * No 04 Have you ever been convicted, put on court-ordered supervision, or probation for any crminal offense, grade of Class A misdemeanor or higher? * Yes * No 05 Have you ever been convicted, placed on deferred adjudication, or probation, for any theft? * Yes * No 06 Have you ever been convicted, placed on deferred adjudication, or probation, for assault/family violence? * Yes * No 07 Do you have any experience working in a detention center or jail? * Yes * No 08 Are you able to remain calm in stressful situations, control emotions, and resolve issues quickly and efficiently using sound judgement? * Yes * No 09 Do you understand the need for confidentiality regarding criminal and investigative information? * Yes * No 10 Are you willing to testify in court as a witness in qualified areas, such as a certified breath test operator? * Yes * No 11 Do you have a working knowledge of the Texas Jail Standards? * Yes * No 12 Have you used or experimented with marijuana within the last three years? * Yes * No 13 Do you have any tattoos on your neck, face or head? (Not including cosmetic tattoo's) * Yes * No Required Question Employer City of Grapevine Address P. O. Box 95104, 200 South Main Street Grapevine, Texas, 76099 Phone ************ Website ************************************************

The Detention Officer position is responsible for maintaining, care and control/security of the jail facility and its inmates. This is accomplished by processing inmates; releasing inmates; caring for prisoners; and maintaining the facility. Other duties include providing the general public with customer service. Applicants should be aware that detention officers routinely come into contact with resisting, uncooperative prisoners and there is a possibility of being physically assaulted. All detention officers must attend defensive tactics training which is physically demanding. Application Process: Step 1: The following pre- employment questionnaire must be completed in order for your application to be reviewed. Click here to download the questionnaire. Step 2: After completing the questionnaire, please apply for the job and while completing your application, you will have the ability to attach your questionnaire to your application. If you experience difficulty attaching to your application, you can email it to: ****************** Benefits of working for the City of Grand Prairie Detention Department : * Great Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance * 2 to 1 match into Texas Municipal Retirement System * Paid time off * Stable work environment * Tuition Reimbursement * Processes inmates by taking custody of the prisoner from the officer; conducting pat or strip searches; taking inventory of property; obtaining necessary information from prisoner; taking pictures and fingerprints; placing inmates in the holding cell; and entering all information into the computer; and calculating jail credits, release dates and bond amounts. * Releases inmates by providing inmate information to bonding companies and the public prior to release; providing information to outside agencies for transfer of prisoners; accounting for cash collected; preparing receipts and/or bonds and property for prisoners; and processing required documents. * Cares for prisoners by providing meals, medicine, and showers to prisoners; providing required information for release; providing telephone access; taking roll call; and providing transportation to medical facilities as needed. * Maintains the facility by cleaning the laundry; cleaning the kitchen; mopping floors; maintaining and monitoring food and paper supplies; reporting equipment maintenance problems; and providing for the security of the facility. * Escorts inmates from one area to another, taking physical action to prevent escapes and/or subdue combative/violent inmates with the appropriate use of force * Provides customer service to the public by providing information regarding the status of prisoners to the public and other agencies; and providing visitation access. * Candidate must be able to visually and through the use of remote video surveillance equipment. * Take physical action to prevent escapes and/or assaults and subdue combative/violent prisoners is required. * The ability to read, comprehend and write in English is a must. Candidate must be able to fingerprint, photograph, handcuff and physically search prisoners. * Ability to accurately count money and inventory property is important. * Candidate must be able to read, interpret and apply laws, regulations and departmental policies and procedures. * All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. * Regular and dependable attendance is required. * Education: High school diploma or GED * Experience: 1-2 years of related experience preferred * Licenses: Valid Driver's License required * Certifications Required: Must obtain State Jail Certification, TCOLE certification or equivalent, defensive tactics training intoxilizer training and other mandatory training as required within one year of employment or within department guidelines due to scheduling of class.

THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. The Detention Officer I performs specialized law enforcement work in the care and security of inmates to ensure their constitutional rights and welfare are safeguarded in the County Jail. Work involves admitting and booking inmates, supervising trustees, ensuring security of inmates and Jail, performing commissary duties, receiving and maintaining an inventory of inmate property and supplies, performing control operations, performing inmate classification duties, and preparing and transporting inmates. Additional responsibilities may include monitoring cameras, monitoring emergency systems, performing various life and fire safety activities, performing telephone and radio communications and performing duties as a member of the Extraction Team. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee must exercise alertness and independent judgment in dealing with unusual situations. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of jail work. Examples of Duties Admits prisoners to the County Jail; ensures that inmates are properly booked and searched, and that inmates are allowed calls to attorneys and relatives; calls bondsman if necessary; and advises prisoners of all jail rules and regulations. Reviews logs and reports from previous shift; maintains knowledge of inmate population and cell assignments; completes activity logs and reports. Patrols entire jail area to prevent escapes and maintain order; monitors cameras showing interior and exterior perimeter(s); video-tapes incoming inmates; and monitors emergency systems. Supervises inmate trustees performing various duties such as serving meals to inmates, loading and unloading materials at the dock, cleaning jail cells, performing laundry detail, and performing kitchen detail. Issues linen, clothing, toilet supplies; supervises shower and inventory of supplies; oversees cafeteria area. Distributes mail to prisoners; provides inmates with paper, pencils and envelopes; collects outgoing mail from inmates. Inspects the cleaning of jail to meet requirements of state and local officials. Prepares and transports inmates to and from court, visitations or medical appointments, etc.; escorts work release inmates to and from cell blocks; searches inmates upon return to Jail. Performs various life safety functions which require training in CPR and fire safety and suppression. Answers telephone and assists the public with questions concerning inmate status. Assists visitors, inspects items brought to jail for inmates. Receives, secures, logs, and receipts inmates' property, properly storing and returning appropriate items upon release. Selects, reviews, and monitors housing assignments of inmates according to proper classification mandated by Texas Criminal Justice Standards using custody assessment system; reviews and updates inmate custody status in reference to bond amount changes, charges added and dismissed; and completes daily population counts. Sorts incoming inmate mail; opens and searches mail for money or contraband; logs and receipts money and property not given to inmates; and delivers mail to designated areas within the jail. Mails packages for inmates. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications Must be willing to work a minimum of 24 hours per week. All required training will take place between the hours of 7:00am and 7:00pm. Must be 18 years of age. High School diploma or GED required. Must be a U.S. citizen. Must attain certification by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as a Jailer within one (1) year of employment. Possession of a valid Driver's License. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days. Supplemental Information Only those interested in a part-time position should apply. EMPLOYEE IS SUBJECT TO THE USUAL POTENTIAL HAZARDS OF CONTACT WITH INMATES. To ensure proper delivery of emails please add ********************* to your email safe list.

Functions as a lead Juvenile Detention Officer in providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility and assists in the development and evaluation of residential programs. Management Scope: May assume divisional responsibility in the absence of the shift supervisor. Education, Experience and Training: Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program. Two (2) years of work related experience. Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Must have current Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within 90 days of hire. Must maintain 40 hours of training yearly. Must be certified as required by applicable standards of the facility/department assigned. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license, with a good driving record. Must pass an extensive background investigation. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment. The employee will also be subject to shift changes. · “Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/ aggressive acts; should possess a high tolerance for working in an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment.” · May be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on the needs of the Department. · Working in a 24-hour facility may make the employee subject to working mandatory overtime or remaining on duty and working all, or a part of, an additional shift (“double shift”). · The incumbent is / may be considered to be ‘essential personnel' subject to being held over or called back to a work location or alternate site at all times. When required, you will be notified by your supervisor. · Must be at least 21 years of age (for applicable positions) and must pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy to continue employment or all standards related to PREA and Ethics for specific positions. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Works inside a secured facility with potential exposure to hepatitis, tuberculosis, lice and other diseases. Ability to restrain and/or chase youths. May be required to utilize vehicle to transport youths. 1. Provides direct day-to-day supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility in manner that ensures the health, safety and welfare of each youth. 2. Functions as a lead Juvenile Detention Officer and assumes divisional responsibility in the absence of the shift supervisor. 3. Provides individual and group counseling to all youths to promote and increase personal awareness of responsibilities and alternatives. 4. Provides critical and sound judgement and decisions during crisis or potentially dangerous situations, conducts crisis intervention counseling, and notifies the supervisor of concerns. 5. Disciplines youths by enforcing the rules of the facility, documents behavior and other specific information and forwards to appropriate personnel. 6. Trains and evaluates staff and maintains time and attendance records in the absence of a shift supervisor. 7. Transports youths to and from appointments. 8. Serves as back-up to staff and assumes all duties as necessary, i.e., administering medications, transporting youths to appointments, processing intake assessments or discharges, and disciplining youths. Must be physically able to perform “handling with care techniques, including takedowns, chasing and restraining youth” as outlined in the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) requirement. 9. Conducts inspections, rounds and drills, which include room checks and physical searches of youths. 10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Description Qualifications for Employment: U.S. Citizen At least 21 years of age at the time of certification. Must never have been on court-ordered supervision or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Must not be currently charged with any criminal offense for which conviction would bar TCOLE licensure. Must never have been convicted of an offense above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years. Must never have been convicted or placed on community supervision in any court for an offense involving family violence as defined under Chapter 71, Texas Family Code. Good moral character. Stable employment record. Good credit rating. Good driving record. Unsatisfactory driving history is defined as: Three (3) moving violations within the past three (3) years. Three (3) or more moving violations and chargeable vehicle collisions, in any combination, within the past three (3) years. Two (2) chargeable vehicle collisions within the past two (2) years. Evidence of an unsatisfactory driving record may include, but is not limited to, defensive driving courses, driver license returns, and local records checks. Must have a valid driver license. Must not have a history of drug addiction. Use of any illegal substances or substances with potential abuse, such as prescription drugs, will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Must be able to testify as a witness in a criminal court case. Applicants with prior documented disqualifying behavior will not be considered for employment. Education Requirements: Sixty (60) hours or more of college credit toward a degree plan at the time of hiring. Credits from developmental or remedial education courses will not be counted. Forty-five (45) hours of college credit with: Two (2) or more years as a sworn peace officer, active-duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces with Honorable Discharge, or full-time employment with the organization at the time of hiring. Or four (4) or more Good/Satisfactory Reserve/National Guard years at the time of appointment. Four (4) or more years of active-duty service in the U.S. Armed Forces with Honorable Discharge, or four (4) or more years as a sworn peace officer, or six (6) or more Good/Satisfactory Reserve/National Guard years at the time of appointment. Three (3) or more years employed with the organization at the time of appointment. All college credits must come from an accredited institution as defined by TCOLE Rule 211.1, with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Time credited for experience in each category is mutually exclusive and cannot be combined with other categories to reduce college hour requirements. Experience level must be continuous and as of the date of the Civil Service examination.

This is a part-time position and is ineligible for benefits. The purpose of the Detention Officer is to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the patrol division of the police department by supplementing the patrol force through the assumption of duties not requiring sworn personnel. Such duties may include vacation house checks, traffic control, jail operations/prisoner transports, and ordinance enforcement. As a condition of employment in the status of this position, all Detention Officers must be able to perform the entire list of duties as outlined in this job description. In addition, you must be motivated to accept new challenges and finding creative solutions, take ownership and pride by demonstrating the Town of Little Elm's Core Values of Integrity, Customer Service, Efficiency and Innovation. EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE * All Detention Officers must possess, at a minimum, the following qualifications: * Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalency certificate. * Must have demonstrated a positive work history with a good attendance record. * Must meet health standards not to pose a risk to health or safety of others in the workplace, or to persons they come into contact with while in the performance of duty. This risk shall include infections or communicable diseases deemed a medical high threat, and dysfunctional mental or psychological disorders. REQUIREMENTS * Must be a United States citizen. * Must be 18 years of age * Must not have been convicted of any Class A misdemeanor or felony criminal offenses. * Must not have been convicted of any Class B Misdemeanor offenses within the past five (5) years and must not have been convicted of any crimes involving moral turpitude * Must possess 20/20 corrected vision and 20/200 uncorrected LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES * Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's License. * Must complete Basic Municipal Jail Training within six months. LANGUAGE SKILLS * Must be able to read and write the English language. Ability to speak Bilingual a plus. REASONING ABILITY * Possess the ability to comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions. * Be able to formulate and employ appropriate courses of action when no specific role or procedure has been established. * Be able to supply reasoning skills to actual situations. * Possess adequate memory capacity sufficient to remember various types of information that is necessary to carry out their duties successfully. * Must be able to assess a person's intentions, behavior, and emotional state in order to make appropriate reactive and proactive decisions and responses. * Must be able to tolerate many types of stress without medication. * Must be able to make appropriate decisions regarding the fight or flight psychological response. * Must be able to control their emotions in the face of divergent interpersonal or life-threatening and traumatic situations. * Adequately maneuver a vehicle day and night, in all weather conditions. * Engage in physical defensive and offensive tactics; overcome and apprehend violently resistive people, and properly use the handcuffs, and mace. * Must also be able to conduct in custody prisoner searches. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must have the ability to efficiently, effectively, and safely perform all of the essential required duties and tasks of the position. The following outlines the required abilities: It is imperative that all Detention Officers possess and maintain the essential physical abilities to perform their job safely. They must be physically capable to the extent that they are not a liability to themselves or others. They must be able to handle numerous emergency situations that will tax their physical abilities. They must be able to provide protection to themselves and others without the premature or unnecessary use of deadly force. They must maintain a standard of physical fitness in accordance with citizen expectations and department policy. a. Range of Motion/Flexibility: A Detention Officer must: Be able to move rapidly from a sedentary to active position in response to emergency conditions or perceived deadly force encounters .Have the flexibility to rapidly assume a variety of positions to employ "cover and concealment" during emergency circumstances or perceived deadly force encounters. Possess the necessary range of motion to overcome or respond to physical attack or effectively disengage an attacker or escape and summon aid. Possess the quickness to be able to run short distances in order to escape danger, retreat from attack or take over or chase suspects on foot for short and long distances. b. Manual Dexterity/Motor Skills: A Detention Officer must: Have the dexterity to be proficient in the use of their defensive tactics equipment such as handcuffs, and pepper spray. Possess the ability to operate all the equipment and tools necessary to perform the job tasks such as computers, mobile and portable radios, vehicles, fax machines, video and audio equipment. c. Aerobic Endurance: A Detention Officer must: Possess the ability to engage prisoners without inordinate endangerment to themselves or others. They must also possess the endurance to overcome physical resistance during physical confrontations. d. Strength: A Detention Officer must possess sufficient strength to: Deliver CPR for extended periods of time. Carry and use emergency equipment and supplies. Overcome resistance or subdue physically violent persons. Physically defend oneself or others from violent assault without the use of deadly force. e. Sight and Visual Activity: A Detention Officer must: Be able to discern the various colors and not have any color blindness that could prove a risk to himself or others. Possess adequate depth perception in order to judge distances and estimate speed. Possess adequate night vision that will permit the safe operation of motor vehicles and allow identification of dangerous obstacles, or persons in conditions of darkness. Possess adequate peripheral vision to allow the safe operation of vehicles in a variety of environments. f. Hearing: A Detention Officer must: Possess the ability to hear adequately over the mobile and handheld radios as well as the telephone. Be able to determine the point of origin of noises or sounds as during building or area searches for example. Be able to identify different types of sound. g. Smell: A Detention Officer must possess the ability to smell smoke, electrical hazards, and different types of fumes, toxic or otherwise. WORK ENVIRONMENT In carrying out the duties of a Detention Officer, the following conditions or exposures can be expected to be encountered. * Routine work indoors 65% of the job. * Routine work in vehicles/outdoors 35% of the job. * Working alone. * Working all shifts and days of the week. * Close physical contact with people. * Exposure to blood and other bodily fluids. * Work in all weather conditions. * Work on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces. * Exposure to bodily injury or dangerous conditions. * Work in confined spaces, requiring cramped body positions. * Work in darkness or very dim lighting conditions. * Exposure to loud noises. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Listed below are many of the specific job tasks or functions typically required of a Detention Officer. This list should not be considered all-inclusive as additional job tasks may be required by either circumstances or ranking officers. * Daily inspection of the jail facility notifying the on-duty supervisor of any deficiencies or security concerns within the facility or individual cell. * The feeding of prisoners and stocking of food supply, according to jail General Orders * The inspection of prisoners held within the Little Elm jail in accordance with the Department's General Orders. * The booking, release, and processing of prisoners within the Little Elm jail, including visitations, bonding procedure, and arraignments. * The replenishment of supplies and linen for use within The Little Elm jail * The Detention Officer is responsible to follow prescribed procedures for the treatment, movement, care, and security of all persons held within the Little Elm jail facility. * At all times, safety and proper procedure will be followed to ensure the integrity and security of the jail facility and minimize the threat, potential threat, or opportunity for threat toward any person or employee of the department. * At all times, the policy involving jail operations will be closely followed by the Detention Officer while working within the jail facility. * Complete walk-in fingerprints people. * Completion of vacation house checks daily inspections. * Assist with vehicle impounds, awaiting arrival of wrecker services. * Traffic control and direction: around fire ground operations, disabled vehicles, accident scenes, stranded motorists, and special functions when necessary. * Complete and file class "C" reports for minor incidents and offenses which are classified as "walk-in" reports to the police facility. * Assigned ordinance enforcement duties and/or follow-ups. * Any other assignments given by the Operations Division Commander. E.O.E. The Town of Little Elm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

The Juvenile Supervision Officer performs professional correction work providing direct supervision of juveniles placed in detention or programs by the courts. Work involves supervising juveniles to ensure their safety and welfare, shift coverage, and transporting juveniles between detention facilities, medical institutions, schools, and other locations. Duties assigned to employees in the job title vary according to division assignments and/or allocation of workload. Examples of Duties Provides direct supervision of detained or referred youth. Maintains individual case files, recording all contacts; amends files to reflect changes as appropriate. Utilizes computerized data entry equipment and various word processing and/or file maintenance programs to enter, store, and/or retrieve information. Confers with counselors or other professionals connected to agencies providing human services to probationers, and maintains knowledge of juveniles' needs, status, and progress. Ensures that juveniles are properly searched and that juveniles are allowed calls to relatives and/or attorneys. Contacts juvenile's family. Advises juveniles of rules and regulations. Observes the juvenile's demeanor to determine mental state and the possible need for treatment and observation. Maintains readiness to assist juveniles and/or family members on a 24-hour, call-in basis. Admits and processes juveniles into the Juvenile Detention Center. Transports juveniles to and from state hospitals or other medical facilities, etc., as necessary. Summarizes information and completes standard reports, selecting data from direct observation and other sources. Supervises the daily activities of juveniles in residence; ensures juveniles follow all established policies and procedures, taking disciplinary action as necessary. Trains employees in both technique and proper actions to be taken in a variety of situations pertaining to juvenile detention. Escorts juveniles to court; ensures safe and secure transportation of all juveniles; adheres to all established policies and procedures. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED required for this position. In addition, per Chapter 344 of the TAC or any successor statute, the minimum qualifications of the Juvenile Supervision Officer are that the candidate: * be at least 21 years of age; * have no disqualifying criminal history as described in the TAC; * never have had any type of certification revoked by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department; * complete the training required by the TAC; and * pass the certification exam as required by §344.700 of the TAC or any successor statute. Certification as a Juvenile Supervision Officer by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department within six (6) months of initial employment is required. Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Supplemental Information To ensure the proper delivery of emails please add ********************* to your email safe list.

Functions as an entry level Juvenile Detention Officer providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility. Provides day-to-day direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility in a manner that ensures the health, safety and welfare of each youth is in compliance with departmental policies and procedures and all applicable standards. Provides individual and group counseling to all youths to promote and increase personal awareness of responsibilities and alternatives. Makes critical and sound judgments and decisions during crisis or potentially dangerous situations, only in the absence of the supervisor; informs supervisor of problems or situations encountered and actions taken; and documents actions. Disciplines youths by enforcing the rules of the facility, documents behavior and other specific information and forwards to appropriate personnel. Serves as back-up to staff and assumes all duties as necessary, i.e., administering medications, transporting youths to appointments, processing intake assessments or discharges, and disciplining youths. Must be physically able to perform "handling with care techniques, including takedowns, chasing and restraining youth" as outlined in the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) requirement. Conducts inspections, rounds and drills which includes room checks and physical searches of youths. Transports youths to and from appointments. Coordinates and provides daily educational and entertaining programs and activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Graduation from an accredited high school/GED program. Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Must obtain First Aid/CPR Certification within 90 days of hire. Must be certified as required by applicable standards for the facility/department assigned within six months of employment. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license, with a good driving record. Must pass an extensive background investigation. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment. The employee will also be subject to shift changes. * "Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/ aggressive acts; should possess a high tolerance for working in an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment." * An employee may be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on the needs of the Department. * Working in a 24-hour facility may make the employee subject to working mandatory overtime or remaining on duty and working all, or a part of, an additional shift ("double shift"). * The incumbent is / may be considered to be 'essential personnel' subject to being held over or called back to a work location or alternate site at all times. When required, you will be notified by your supervisor. * Must be at least 21 years of age (for applicable positions) and must pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy to continue employment or all standards related to PREA and Ethics for specific positions. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Works inside a secured facility with potential exposure to hepatitis, tuberculosis, lice and other diseases. Ability to restrain and/or chase youths. May be required to utilize vehicle to transport youths.